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My Scholarship entry - The art of Kushti wrestling

INDIA | Monday, 14 January 2013 | Views [2993] | View Larger Image

Young wrestlers line up for a moment before proceeding with their synchronized exercises. Pictures of past champions 'pailwan' (wrestler) is hung for inspiration.

Wrestlers go through rigorous schedules, waking up 6 out of 7 mornings at 3:30 am, training and practising for more then 6 hours everyday in which they take rest during the afternoon. Here, a wrestler poses a brief moment before continuing on with his push-ups.

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The holy soil in which wrestlers fight in is dredged from river and mixed with ghee and water which is also said to be healthy for them. Additionally, covering their bodies in it also helps the wrestlers have a better grip during the bouts.

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My Scholarship entry - The art of Kushti wrestling

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